Whether you are a patient or visitor at Sunrise Hospital, we want your experience with us to be as pleasant as possible. We have provided helpful information to help you during your stay or while visiting a patient in the hospital.

Reasons for Procedure

The surgery is done to remove or destroy anal warts if other treatments, like applying medications, are unsuccessful or not advised. Surgery may also be ideal if there are many warts or if the warts are large. If warts are not removed, they can become bigger and multiply. Warts may also lead to an increased risk of
cancer
in the affected area.

Possible Complications

Complications are rare, but no procedure is completely free of risk. If you are planning to have anal wart surgery, your doctor will review a list of possible complications which may include:

Bleeding

Infection

Burns

Be sure to discuss these risks with your doctor before surgery.

What to Expect

Prior to Procedure

Your doctor may recommend that you clean out your bowels before surgery. To do this:

Eat a light lunch and a clear, liquid dinner the day before surgery.

Do not eat or drink after midnight before your surgery.

Take any medications your doctor suggests at the appropriate time.

Also:

Arrange for a ride home from the hospital.

Arrange for someone to help you around the house after surgery.

Anesthesia

Anesthesia will block any pain. Depending on the location and number of warts, you may either have:

Local anesthesia—numbs the area where the surgery is being done

Spinal anesthesia
—numbing medication is injected into your back and makes the lower half of your body numb

Description of the Procedure

There are different types of surgeries used to remove or destroy anal warts. The type of surgery you will have will depend on different factors, like the number and size of warts. Below is a list of possible procedures:

Cryotherapy
—The wart is destroyed by freezing it with liquid nitrogen.

Revision Information

This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition.